Description
A creamy and comforting one-pan dish featuring ground beef, bowtie pasta, and a rich garlic butter sauce loaded with melted Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses, finished with Italian seasoning and fresh parsley for a flavorful family-friendly meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 8 oz bowtie pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the bowtie pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Brown the Beef: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking apart with a spoon. Drain excess fat.
- Sauté Garlic: Reduce heat to medium, add minced garlic to the beef, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add Liquids and Simmer: Pour in beef broth and heavy cream. Stir well and allow the mixture to come to a gentle simmer.
- Incorporate Parmesan: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, letting it melt to slightly thicken the sauce.
- Toss Pasta: Add the cooked bowtie pasta to the skillet, mixing well to coat evenly with the sauce.
- Top with Mozzarella: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the pasta and cover the skillet with a lid. Let sit for 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts and becomes bubbly.
- Finish with Butter and Seasoning: Add unsalted butter and Italian seasoning, stirring gently to combine all flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top, and serve immediately for a fulfilling cheesy garlic butter beef pasta experience.
Notes
- For a lighter option, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to personal taste after adding cheese.
- Fresh parsley adds a pop of color and freshness but can be omitted if unavailable.
- The dish can be reheated gently on the stovetop with a splash of beef broth to loosen the sauce.
- For a spicier twist, add red pepper flakes when sautéing the garlic.
